WHEREAS, on Tuesday, December 7, 1999, twenty-year WKRN-Channel 2 photographer Joe
Gregory, without thought for his own personal safety, risked his life to help others; and

WHEREAS, on his way to an assignment with his fellow reporter, he noticed smoke coming
from the Crestview Apartments; and

WHEREAS, realizing that help had not arrived, without hesitation he jumped out of his
vehicle and proceeded to rescue a burned and disoriented women and her 18-month-old
daughter from the door of their fiery apartment; and

WHEREAS, due to photographer Gregorys heroism, courageousness, unselfishness, and
loyalty, the two survived the fire; and

WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that the Metropolitan Council recognize and honor Mr.
Joe Gregory for his outstanding act of heroism.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF
NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:

SECTION 1. That the Metropolitan County Council hereby goes on record as
honoring WKRN-Channel 2 photographer Joe Gregory for his outstanding act of heroism.

SECTION 2. The Metropolitan Council Staff is directed to prepare a certificate
to be presented to photographer Joe Gregory.

SECTION 3. This Resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the
welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.